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Vertical and horizontal surface waves are both types of seismic waves that travel along the Earth's surface. They are both considered to be surface waves, which means they do not penetrate deep into the Earth like body waves. These waves are typically the most destructive during an earthquake due to their ability to cause significant ground shaking and damage.

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Both waves travel along Earth's surface and decrease in amplitude with depth below the surface.

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Q: What do vertical and horizontal surface waves have in common?
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